The Coop

A student cooperative started in 1882 by students of Harvard University. Now with several locations, The Coop also serves MIT students. It sells textbooks, school apparel and paraphenalia, school supplies, other books, and other things. The Coop offers membership discounts to students at Harvard and MIT. Although student-run and "for the students," textbook prices are still ridiculous. A good solution is Abebooks.